5 Things To Do In Mathura For An Interesting And Rejuvenating Trip

5 Things To Do In Mathura

1. Kesi Ghat

Kesi Ghat

Kesi Ghat


Situated at the banks of Yamuna River, Kesi Ghat is named after the Kesi demon who was killed by Lord Krishna. According to Hindu mythology, the horse-demon, Kesi, was sent by Lord Krishna’s uncle Kansa who wanted to kill Lord Krishna. After Lord Krishna killed the demon, it is believed that he took a bath in these ghats. From then on, this place is regarded as a sacred place.

You can experience extraordinary views during the evening aarti when thousands of Brahmins and devotees gather at the ghat to offer sandhya aarti at the ghat. You can experience and capture the special occasion in your lenses as you visit Kesi Ghat.

2. Kusum Sarovar

Kusum Sarovar

Kusum Sarovar

It is a 450 feet long water reservoir with a depth of 60 feet. The reason for this reservoir being the most famous amongst many in Mathura is that it is believed that Lord Krishna and Radha used to meet here secretly at the banks of the water reservoir. It is also surrounded by Lord Krishna’s favorite trees of Kadamb.

3. Shopping

Shopping
Shopping in mathura

Shopping is a part of every travel. And for those who love to indulge in shopping, a tour is never complete without buying souvenirs for friends and family while travelling back home. In a sacred place like Mathura, you can expect to buy things which are great for worshipping and keep you close to your deity.

Starting from hand paintings to metal idols and other puja accessories, you can purchase various idols of gods and goddesses in different colors and sizes. The best places where you can buy these from are Holygate, Lal Bazaar, Krishnanagar Market, and Highway Plaza. Make it a point to click colorful and vibrant pictures as you walk through the shopping lanes of Mathura.

4. Bhuteshwar Temple

Bhuteshwar Temple

Bhuteshwar Temple

One of the temples in Mathura, which is not dedicated to Lord Krishna in Mathura is Bhuteshwar temple. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is also famous among Hindu mythology as this is one of the shaktipeeth where Mata Sati’s ringlet fell after her body was destroyed. You can get to see the cave of Patal Devi, who was worshipped by Kansa, the Uncle of Krishna, who wanted to kill Lord Krishna at his young age.

5. Vaishno Devi Mandir

Vaishno Devi Dham

Vaishno Devi Mandir

Vaishno Devi Dham, popularly known as Maa Vaishno Devi mandir provides free accommodation to its devotees. It is mostly full all year round, but it is most suitable if you are a lone traveler. Also, get the chance to meditate at the hall at the Dham as you worship a gigantic Vaishno Devi sculpture at the Dham.

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